Lily Z. Yard, age 27

Lost to gun violence on February 22, 2026 in Sarasota, Florida.

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    11 Light, happiness, and kindness followed in her wake, wherever she went. An angel on earth.
    10 Lily was a pure ray of sunshine
    6 The most selfless person, she only ever cared how everyone else was doing.
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    13 Lily had big dreams, cut short by a selfish act. She will be missed.
    8 💜
    8 RIP Lily. I am sorry that this happened to you.
    10 I still can’t believe this is real. I love you forever Lily. RIP

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